Chapter 83: Friends with Benefits

After the helicopter ride, they proceeded to grab an early lunch at the Urban Bistro, where they first met.

Adrian chose to sit next to her at the table because he wanted to be close and touch her. Sitting across from her would have felt like there was a great distance between them.

"Did you enjoy the ride?" he asked.

"Did I? Are you kidding? It was the most exciting thing I've ever done," she said, her voice filled with excitement.

"We could do more if you're up for it. Like skydiving."

"Oh no, no. I couldn't possibly do that," she said, immediately rejecting the idea.

"The thrill is awesome, you should try it."

"I'll pass. There are many fun things we can do...on land," she said, laughing.

He shared her laughter and loved how completely at ease she was with him.

However, he couldn't contain the desire that had been building within him. He hesitated for a moment, before asking her the question that had been on his mind since that morning.

"Have you ever considered the idea of being friends with benefits?" he inquired, his eyes radiating optimism.

She gave a nod.

"Do you think it's something we should explore?" he probed.

She averted his gaze, focusing on her fidgety hands, trying to conceal her anxiety.

Gently, he placed his fingers under her chin, coaxing her to meet his gaze. Her eyes cannot hide how she felt.

He didn't have to be a genius to possess the uncanny knack of reading emotions in the subtle language of the eyes.

The look in her eyes gave him the answer he sought.

"Should we give it a try?" he proposed again.

Sharon nodded, agreeing to explore the uncharted territory of being friends with benefits.

"That's fantastic," he exclaimed, unable to conceal the smile gracing his lips.

A strong desire to kiss her coursed through him, but he hesitated, uncertain of her response to such an open display of affection.

Instead, he took hold of her hand and tenderly squeezed it. He was well aware of the series of steps required to dismantle the protective barrier guarding her heart.

His ongoing success was a daily progress, and her gradual lowering of defenses indicated that this formidable wall was unquestionably on the verge of coming down.

"What should we do next?" he asked once they finished their meal.

She fell into a moment of silence.

He glanced at her, puzzled by her lack of response.

"We've got the entire day ahead of us. How would you like to spend the day?" he inquired again, placing his hand on her shoulder.

"I'd like to go upstairs," she finally said in a hushed voice, mustering the courage to meet his gaze.

"You read my mind," he responded with a grin, promptly getting to his feet and taking her hand.

He practically pulled her along with him.

"Aren't you paying for the food?" she asked, scampering behind him.

"Don't worry about it…it goes on my bill," he assured her.

They reached the lobby and made their way straight to the elevator.

"Shouldn't you get the room key from the reception?" she questioned.

Argh, so many questions.

"I've got the key right here," he replied.

He craved to press her against the elevator wall and experience the sensation of her body against his, but the presence of others in the elevator cabin restrained him. He nervously tapped his foot on the floor to calm his racing heart.

She felt his trembling hands as he clasped hers in his, his face etched with a serious impatience.

As they arrived at the door, Sharon couldn't contain her laughter, for he was visibly quivering.

With the door now open, he ushered her inside and initiated a fervent, insistent kiss, as if he had yearned for it for ages.

Their lips remained locked as they undressed, and as they made their way towards the bedroom within the suite, a trail of discarded clothing marked their path.

Every garment was shed, except for her snug jeans, He sat her on the bed to pull it off. Her panties followed.

"I should use a condom," he said hazily.

"I have hormonal imbalance, I have to use medication to get pregnant," she told him.

She moved further onto the bed, and he laid on her, settling himself between her legs and kissing her deeply while his hand roamed her body.

Sharon's heart raced with desire. She wanted Adrian so much, but he didn't deserve her shattered heart. Despite this, she embraced his presence on her and yielded herself to him completely.

He kissed her nape while his fingers played on her ball of nerves, causing overwhelming passion to engulf her. His lips soon found a hard nipple and he sucked on it.

The realization of the inevitable made Sharon melt under Adrian. She'd dreamt many nights since she had been with him, of this sweet occurrence happening again.